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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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News

McCoy, Lawyers Meet With D.A.’s Office

The Scoop: Meanwhile, FOP Prez John McNesby is tired of waiting for charges in brawl.

News

Will Brian Sims Fight Off Two Ballot Challenges?

Two groups of people filed paperwork to try to knock the incumbent off the ballot. Both have ties to Sims’ opponents.

News

5 Takeaways From the Alleged Johnny Doc Brawl

Meet the new Doc. Same as the old Doc?

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N.J. Announces Regulations for Skill-Based Casino Video Games

They could be in A.C. soon.

News

Harry Jay Katz, Philadelphia’s Playboy, Has Died

His biography is a tale of over-the-top excess and tragic failures.

Philly Queer Woman to Launch Inclusive Dating App

Plus: HRC Philly announces its gala headline performer.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


News

Kids Are Mummifying Chickens at a Main Line School

Like actual chickens. It takes 70 days.

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News

The Top 10 Dog Breeds in Philadelphia

Never mind the Lab, German shepherd is top dog in Philly.

News

Drexel Prof Was Integral to Finding Gravitational Waves

Stephen McMillan’s paper way back in 2000 told LIGO scientists what to look for.

News

How to Talk About Hillary Without Sounding Like a Jerk

Weymouth: She’s not going anywhere, so perhaps we should finally talk about her like she’s a human.

News

Hinkie Keeps Eye On Sixers’ Future

Sixers general manager Sam Hinkie says it’s his job to take long-term view when rebuilding the team.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


News

What Kenney’s Endorsement of Hillary Clinton Says About Him

Is Philly’s “progressive” new mayor reverting to his “moderate-conservative” past?

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News

LOVE Sculpture Moved to Dilworth Park

It will be restored before LOVE Park re-opens.

News

SPLC: Hate Groups Rise in Pa., Wane in N.J.

How much hate is in your state?

News

Cop Behind the Philly Police Twitter Tells All

Eric Gripp on the Kanye job offer, the Drake #NoSavesies video, and the Saved By the Bell incident.

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